Month: January 2015

BM Birla Science Centre throws open its library for public on membership basis

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Birla Centre has open its Library for Public owing to its rarity books which are no longer available in the market.

The library, titled GP Birla Library, Built on the historic Naubat Pahad next to the BM Birla Science Centre, boasts of as many as 10,000 books ranging from art, archaeology, architecture to lesser known concepts such as iconography, numismatics, museology etc.

“The uniqueness of the library is that it will catch the eyes of the readers from students to research scholars and retired scholars,’’ BG Sidharth, director, BM Birla Science Centre, Hyderabad, said

Congress dubs AAP manifesto ‘illogical’

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The Congress on Saturday termed the manifesto of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as illogical and maintained that it did not possess the experience to run a government.

Congress leader Anand Sharma said no government can fulfil the promises made by the AAP in their 70-point manifesto.

“They know that they will not get a chance to run the government. Only those who do not have experience of running a government make such claims. No government can give these things for free, whether it is the Centre or the state government,” he said.

No beds: Women sterilized and forced to rest outside

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Once again the Uttar Pradesh Health department has risked the lives of several women.

In a bid to set a record, Dr. Lalit Yadav, allegedly performed around 73 botch-up operations in just 4 hours without the availability of proper arrangements and without any team of proficient doctors she performed the operation.

She not even hesitates to show such inhuman behaviour and forced the women to move out of the health centre and asked them to lie down under the open sky.

KCR discarded FAST, would continue with previous system

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In a major relief for the students, particularly those from Andhra Pradesh, the Telangana government has decided to scrap the FAST (Financial Assistance to the Students of Telangana) scheme proposal. Chief Minister KCR said that the government would continue with the existing system of fee reimbursement as per the Article 371(D), a special provision under which there will be equitable opportunities and facilities for all.

Asaram witness killing: Deceased’s father demands CBI inquiry

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The father of the slain witness in the sexual assault case against self-styled godman Asaram has demanded a CBI inquiry into his son’s murder.

Naresh Gupta has sought an inquiry into the murder of his son Akhil alleging that it was not the result of any local enmity and was directly linked with Asaram’s bail rejection by the High Court earlier this month.

He further alleged that Asaram’s daughter Bharti may be behind the murder as she is out of jail.

Gupta also sought increased protection for his family because his son’s wife is also a witness in the case.

Livid Czech fans tells Kim Sears to ‘die’ post outburst during high-octane semi-final clash

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Czech tennis fans have expressed their anger against Britain number one Andy Murray’s fiancee Kim Sears after she was filmed apparently aiming an outburst at the Czech’s team when Murray broke back in a tense first set against Tomas Berdych.

Sears was filmed apparently saying a “Czech flash f***” during the Australian Open semi-final, where her boyfriend trounced Czech opponent Berdych with a four-set victory.

Google to change privacy policy in UK following pressure from data protection authority

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Google has agreed to change the privacy policy in the UK to improve the information it provides to people on how it collects personal data followed by pressure from the country’s data protection authority.

According to PCWorld, Google has signed an agreement that says that the company is committed to making further changes to the privacy policy to meet the requirements on UK’s Data Protection Act, said the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Google will also ensure that future changes to the privacy policy comply with the law.

Kanye West may not allow daughter North West to go to public school

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It seems like that Kanye West has provided a hint that baby North West might be homeschooled in future in his latest rap called ‘Blessing.’

On Big Sean’s latest track, which also features a cameo by Drake, West raps; “Just did a couple laps in my home pool/And my daughter over there getting homeschooled /I’m blessed,” E! Online reported.

Kim Kardashian has earlier mentioned that the 2-year-old was a very smart kid. (ANI)

James Franco to direct star-packed Steinbeck’s ‘In Dubious Battle’

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James Franco will helm John Steinbeck’s ‘In Dubious Battle’ with strong cast including Bryan Cranston, Selena Gomez, Vincent D’Onofrio, Robert Duvall, Ed Harris, Danny McBride and Franco himself.

The film is based on Steinbeck’s gritty, realist style novel In Dubious Battle, which portrays the struggle between labor and capital in 1930s America as close to all-out warfare, Deadline.com reported.

Writer Matt Rager adapted the feature screenplay based on the novel. Principal photography on the film will commence in March.

Kiwis rout Pak by seven wickets with 63 balls to spare in first ODI

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Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand, in preparation of the World Cup, started on a losing note, as the visitors lost the first match of the two-match ODI series by seven wickets at the Westpac Stadium in Wellington.

Put into bat first, Pakistani batsman failed to get any stable partnership going with openers Mohammad Hafeez and Ahmed Shehzad going for a duck and 15 runs respectively.

Only skipper Misbah-ul Haq and swashbuckling all-rounder Shahid Afridi managed to get past the half-century mark, scoring 58 and 67 runs respectively, as the team crumbled around them.

Val Kilmer undergoes emergency surgery for throat tumor

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Val Kilmer was recently rushed to hospital and underwent an emergency surgery for throat tumor, it has been reported.

The ‘Top Gun’ star was taken to UCLA Medical Center , Santa Monica, where doctors performed a surgery and he’s currently recovering, TMZ.com reported.

Kilmer has never spoken publicly about any health issue, although it was reported earlier that his family was aware of his condition and were upset because they felt the star has ignored the problem and allowed it to get worse. (ANI)

Suge Knight arrested for murder after hit and run

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Suge Knight has been arrested for murder after trying to hit-and-run three men and his bail has been set at 2 million dollars.

The founder of Death Row Records, who surrendered later in the night, fled from the scene where he allegedly struck at least two men with his truck, killing one, following an argument on the set of the upcoming NWA biopic ‘ Straight Outta Compton,’ TMZ reported.

The Cops found the ‘Black Kapital Records’ chief’s truck abandoned in a parking lot in the Westwood section of L.A.

Asaram case: Father of slain witness demands CBI inquiry

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The father of the slain witness in the sexual assault case against self-styled godman Asaram has demanded a CBI inquiry into his son’s murder.

Naresh Gupta has sought an inquiry into the murder of his son Akhil alleging that it was not the result of any local enmity and was directly linked with Asaram’s bail rejection by the High Court earlier this month.

He further alleged that Asaram’s daughter Bharti may be behind the murder as she is out of jail. Gupta also sought increased protection for his family because his son’s wife is also a witness in the case.

President extends greetings on 38th Anniversary of Coast Guard

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President Pranab Mukherjee on Saturday extended his greetings and felicitations to all ranks of the Indian Coast Guard and their families on the occasion of 38th anniversary of Indian Coast Guard to be celebrated on February 1, 2015.

“I am happy to learn that the Indian Coast Guard is celebrating its 38th Anniversary on February 1, 2015. I extend my heartiest greetings to all ranks of the Indian Coast Guard and their families. Let the Indian Coast Guard achieve continued success in all its future endeavours,” said President Mukherjee.

Ready to debate with Amit Shah: Kejriwal

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal Saturday said he was ready to debate with BJP president Amit Shah if the party names him its chief ministerial candidate for the Feb 7 Delhi assembly polls.

Kejriwal, who released the party’s manifesto Saturday for the, said if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) replaces Kiran Bedi and announces Shah as its chief minister candidate, he will debate him.

“I am ready to debate with Amit Shah if they (BJP) announce him as a chief minister candidate replacing Kiran Bedi,” Kejriwal said.

Parrikar underlines preparedness of Armed Forces

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Union Defence Minister on Saturday said India is trying to build preparedness of armed forces to tackle any situation along the Pakistan and Chinese border.

“We are trying our best to be prepared for everything. You have to assume the worst and hope for the best,” Parrikar told media persons here this morning at a function to distribute Republic Day awards.

The Defence Minister termed the Tral encounter as unfortunate.

Dalai Lama, Obama to attend religious meet

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Globe-trotting monk the Dalai Lama and US President Barack Obama will be together at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington next week, the second time in less than a year, his aides said here Saturday.

“His Holiness is on a religious tour to the US and will attend the National Prayer Breakfast Feb 5 where the US President will also participate,” a senior functionary in the Dalai Lama’s office said.

He said so far there is no scheduled meeting between the spiritual leader and the US president. However, the US has already played down an official engagement between the two.

BJP to move EC against Vishwas’s ‘sexist remark’ on Bedi

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Upping the ante against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of the assembly polls, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is all set to file a complaint with the Election Commission against party leader Kumar Vishwas for his sexist remark against its chief ministerial candidate Kiran Bedi.

Earlier in the day, a police complaint had been filed against Vishwas for allegedly making sexist comments against Bedi at a recent rally held in the national capital.

“A police complaint has been lodged against K Vishwas’ sexist comments at recent rally in presence of their leadership,” tweeted Bedi.

RSS songs replace National Anthem in Gujarat schools?

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An unsual song ‘Manushya tu bada mahaan hai’ rang out from FD High School in the Muslim-dominated Juhapura area in Ahmedabad rural district.

On Friday, as part of a new mandatory morning ritual, the students were singing the song which is closely linked to the RSS.

As reported in The Indian Express, the initiative begin to happen together with a state-wide painting competition on “Mahatma Gandhi and Cleanliness” to mark Gandhi’s 67th death anniversary.

UN chief asks Pakistan to step up efforts to combat terror

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Condemning the deadly bombing of a Shia mosque in Pakistan, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called on the country to step up efforts to protect religious minorities and combat terrorism.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Ban said he is appalled by such vicious targeting of people on account of their religious affiliation.

He condemned the bombing of the Shia mosque in Pakistan s Sindh province on Friday, which killed at least 61 people gathered for prayer.

Saudi Arabia repostpones flogging of blogger Raif Badawi

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Saudi Arabia has once again postponed the second round of flogging of blogger Raif Badawi.

According to the BBC, no reason has been given, but last week Badawi was reported to be physically unfit to face the penalty after receiving the first flogging.

Earlier, authorities in Saudi Arabia decided to not flog blogger Raif Badawi for the second week running after doctors advised against this week’s 50 lashes on health grounds, human rights group Amnesty International said.

Ex PCB chief Ashraf claims ‘remorseful’ Amir should be given chance to serve Pak

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Welcoming the decision of the ICC of allowing paceman Mohammad Amir to resume domestic cricket, seven months before the five-year spot-fixing ban ends, former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Zaka Ashraf has said that the bowler should be given a chance to serve his country.

Ashraf said that now it was up to Amir to restore his image in the world of cricket, which, he emphasised, would be a difficult task.

Jamie Dornan thinks there’s ‘nothing sexy’ about performing love scenes

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Jamie Dornan, who will be playing the mysterious and seductive lead Christian Grey in the movie version of the bestseller ‘Fifty Shades Of Grey,’ has revealed that there is no forced sex in the film, it is all consensual.

The 32-year-old actor, who thinks he is never going to please all the readers of the books and if half are happy with him then that would be an achievement, said that said there is nothing sexy about performing scenes in front of half a dozen hairy men moving cables and lighting equipment, the Daily Express reported.

Court rejects bid for new trial in MJ case

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The California’s Court of Appeals has denied Michael Jackson’s mother Katherine Jackson’s appeal for new trail by stating that the concert promoter AEG was in no way responsible for singer’s death.

Katherine claimed that concert executives had undue control over her son’s doctor, Conrad Murray and failed to properly investigate him before hiring, whereas court announced its decision that MJ’s ill-fated comeback concerts was not responsible for his death, the CBS News reported.

World’s ocean species up to 9 times likelier to become extinct than previously thought

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A new study has recently revealed that world’s marine species are up to nine times likelier to become extinct than formerly thought.

The alarming study by the University of Sheffield, has been said to be the most thorough analysis of marine conservation data yet, comes as campaigners accused the Government of “watering down” plans to protect England’s marine life, the Independent revealed.

Researchers found that up to a quarter of the planet’s well-known marine species, from the Mediterranean monk seal to the Pondicherry shark, are in danger of being wiped out.